Engineering Government Contracts in Montana
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Montana.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Montana
In Q3 2026, Montana has 12 active Engineering Services opportunities distributed across 5 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Missoula commands 42% of all activity. Missoula, Unknown, Malmstrom AFB together hold 83% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Montana's Engineering Services market should treat Missoula as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
The top Engineering Services markets in Montana as of Q3 2026 are: Missoula (5 opportunities, 42% of state activity); Unknown (4 opportunities, 33% of state activity); Malmstrom AFB (1 opportunities, 8% of state activity). Missoula leads by a factor of 1.3× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Missoula metro. The statewide average is 2 opportunities per city across 5 markets.
Montana's Engineering Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Federal Highway Administration and Forest Service together account for 79% of all awards worth $65.6M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Montana must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DJ&A, P.C., ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES, INC., GREAT WEST ENGINEERING INC — hold 82% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Montana has 12 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-09-06, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Missoula, Unknown, Malmstrom AFB.
12
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Federal Highway Administration
Top Agency
Missoula
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Montana
Majority small-business: 92% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $11.3M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 82% of recent awards across 5 tracked contractors.
Computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | Region One A&E IDIQ | Missoula | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 3 | Mar 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 75 | Region One A&E IDIQ | Missoula | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 3 | Mar 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | ECMS Upgrade and Technical Support - Notice of Intent to Sole Source | Malmstrom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND.FA4626 341 CONS LGC | Jul 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | C--BLM Tomahawk Detention Dam Rehabilitation NID # MT | — | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.NATIONAL OPERATIONS CENTER | May 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | BLM Tomahawk Detention Dam Rehabilitation NID # MT | — | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.NATIONAL OPERATIONS CENTER | May 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 62 | R1 CERCLA Mine Reclamation | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 5 | — | NONE |
| 61 | REGION ONE A&E IDIQ | Missoula | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 3 | Dec 20, 2025 | SBA |
| 60 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Governor Control Programming | Libby | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST SEATTLE.W071 ENDIST SEATTLE | Jul 28, 2026 | — |
| 60 | (A&E) CIVIL Multi-State MATOC for grasslands and forests MT, ID, ND, SD, CO, KS, NE, and WY | Plains | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 3 | Jun 6, 2026 | NONE |
| 58 | C1DA--Project 575-23-107 | Expand Electrical Capability | Design | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259) | Oct 23, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | BUFFALO HORSE INC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
Across Montana, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 12 active opportunities. Top cities include Missoula, Unknown, Malmstrom AFB.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Highway Administration | 73 | $27.2M |
| Forest Service | 54 | $5.5M |
| National Park Service | 21 | $14.1M |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 7 | $1.3M |
| Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education | 6 | $17.5M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| DJ&A, P.C. | 72 |
| ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES, INC. | 27 |
| GREAT WEST ENGINEERING INC | 21 |
| Unknown | 20 |
| JACKOLA ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE PC | 6 |
Top Cities in Montana
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Missoula | 5 |
| Unknown | 4 |
| Malmstrom AFB | 1 |
| Libby | 1 |
| Plains | 1 |
| Fort Harrison | 0 |
| Billings | 0 |
| Fort Peck | 0 |
| Lame Deer | 0 |
| Helena | 0 |
How We Rank These
We score each opportunity on a 0–100 scale using six transparent factors: service fit, contract value, timing urgency, geographic relevance, competition level, and agency buying appetite. Data sourced from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov, refreshed daily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many engineering contracts are there in Montana?
Montana has 12 active federal engineering opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for engineering contracts in Montana?
Missoula, Unknown, Malmstrom AFB are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Montana?
The leading incumbent vendors include DJ&A, P.C., ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES, INC., GREAT WEST ENGINEERING INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Montana?
Most engineering contracts follow 30–48 month cycles. The "Recompetes" section shows contracts estimated to be recompeted within the next 12 months based on historical award patterns.
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